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S2E131 Bigger and Bolder Than Ever - My Predictions for the Market
Season 2, Ep. 131
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“The nation is literally standing on the front doorstep of the largest wave of home buying demand in US history.” – Dave Stevens
With so much sensational and conflicting information out there, it’s no wonder people are confused about the changes happening in real estate today. In this episode, Brian talks to Dave Stevens, CEO of Mountain Lake Consulting and a 40-year veteran of the mortgage banking industry, and reveals the facts and strategies that professionals need if they want to succeed in this marketplace.
YOU’LL LEARN:
- The real state of today’s real estate industry.
- Dave Stevens’ analysis of the market.
- How to finish the year strong and get ahead for 2024.
MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:
Buffini & Company Real Estate Report
NOTEWORTHY QUOTES:
“Every time the Fed starts raising rates, they always overshoot. They always create a recession, small or large. And then they drop rates shortly thereafter.” – Dave Stevens
“Rates are coming down again; they aren't going to be up at this level much longer.” – Dave Stevens
“You buy the home of your dreams when you can buy the home of your dreams, you rent the rate and then you refinance it when it comes down further.” – Dave Stevens
“People need to not focus on the here and now because the here and now is an awkward technical environment brought on by the Federal Reserve trying to control an overheated economy.” – Dave Stevens
“The future's looking bright and we can do well if we’re a pro and approach it in the right way.” – Brian Buffini
“If you want to be a winner, you’ve got to do what the winners do.” – Brian Buffini
“If you want to participate in the rebound that's coming without it burning you to a crisp, you’ve got to become a listing agent.” – Brian Buffini
“If you really want to be a pro, you have to act differently than your emotions. You also have to prepare differently than your current experiences.” – Brian Buffini
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